The Environment and Land Court has ruled in favor of the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) in a long-running case over a prime parcel of public land in Gigiri, declaring that the title held by Gigiri Court Limited was unlawfully acquired and must be revoked. In a judgment delivered by Justice David Mwangi, the court declared that the Certificate of Lease issued to Gigiri Court Limited for land known as Nairobi Block 91/386, measuring approximately 7.11 hectares and valued at Kes2.8 billion, was null and void and ineffectual in conferring ownership rights. The court found that the property was an…
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Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah has vowed to challenge in court three of the eight laws President William Ruto assented to on October 15, 2025, arguing that they contain unconstitutional provisions that threaten rights, justice, and transparency in public affairs. “For that reason, I am heading to the High Court to have the offending laws declared unconstitutional and, therefore, invalid, null, and void ab initio,” said Omtatah. In a detailed statement dated October 22, 2025, Omtatah clarified that the eight Acts signed into law by the President were passed by the National Assembly after several amendments, and should not be confused…
President William Ruto has defended the Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes (Amendment) Act, saying that the amendment process began in 2024 and was duly approved by Parliament. According to the President, his intentions regarding the bill are “pure” and aimed at protecting Kenyans. He called on individuals spreading false information about the law to stop misleading the public. “The amendment started in 2024 and it was done by Parliament. We want to protect this nation from situations that undermine the wellbeing of our young people and the people of Kenya. Those who are speaking should tell the truth,” said Ruto. Ruto…
Autopsies conducted on the bodies of four people who died at Kasarani and Nyayo stadiums during the public viewing of Raila Odinga’s body have revealed that three of the victims succumbed to gunshot injuries, while one died of asphyxia – meaning the body was deprived of oxygen. According to government pathologist Dr. Benard Midia, two of the victims sustained gunshot wounds to the head, the third was shot in the chest, and the fourth died due to asphyxia — a condition caused by a lack of oxygen. “Two of them had penetrating gunshot wounds to the head, resulting in severe…
Former Chief Justice David Maraga has sharply criticised President William Ruto for signing eight controversial bills into law on Thursday, October 15, 2025 — the same day the nation was mourning the passing of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga. Maraga described the move as both ill-timed and contrary to the principles of justice and equality that the late Odinga stood for. He said the decision mocked the spirit of the 2010 Constitution and the democratic ideals that many Kenyans fought to protect. “Today, as Kenyans deeply concerned about the direction our country is taking, we must recognise that these actions…
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Cabinet Secretary for Defence, Soipan Tuya, has officially launched the nationwide Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) recruitment drive at the Defence Headquarters in Nairobi. The exercise, which began Monday, October 13, will run for two weeks across all 47 counties. “This nationwide exercise commencing today, October 13, 2025, shall be conducted across all counties over a two-week period,” CS Tuya said. The recruitment aims to replenish KDF ranks due to natural attrition, expand new units, and integrate specialised capabilities. The Cabinet Secretary emphasised that the process will continue despite legal petitions filed in court seeking to halt it. Among the critics…
Technology-Facilitated Gender-Based Violence (TFGBV) is on the rise in Kenya, with alarming statistics pointing to its widespread impact. According to a 2023 report by the Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTANet), more than 30 percent of the population has experienced some form of TFGBV, while 90 percent have witnessed it. As digital platforms become central to communication and self-expression, gender-based violence has evolved to take on new, more insidious forms in the online space. Researcher Surabhi Srivastava notes that the digital landscape has intensified the risks faced by women, girls, and marginalized communities. “GBV continues to evolve as technology develops, especially…
Tatu City, one of Kenya’s flagship Special Economic Zones (SEZ) is set to undergo a major transformative expansion, fueled by a massive Sh65 billion investment from renowned businessman, Abdiweli Hassan, the founder and chairman of the largest mall in East and Central Africa, Nairobi’s Business Bay Square (BBS) Mall. Tatu City has been identified as the next site for Mr Hassan’s next ambitious venture, which will comprise a 60-acre, mixed-use development that promises to redefine urban living. The landmark partnership signed by Mr Hassan and Mr Stephen Jennings, the founder and CEO of Rendeavour, the developer of Tatu City, will…
The Democratic Action Party Kenya (DAP-K) has issued an ultimatum to Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) to withdraw its candidate from the Malava constituency by-election, or face a withdrawal from the opposition coalition. Patrick Butichi, chairperson of DAP-K, declared a zero-tolerance stance toward DCP’s candidate, warning that failure to step down would lead to the party severing political ties. “We send a strong warning from Malava: if your candidate is cleared by the IEBC to run after 1 to 2 pm today, we will withdraw from the coalition and stand alone,” Butichi said. This announcement follows the Independent Electoral…
